Wildfires have been a natural occurrence within Earth’s ecosystems for centuries, but wildfire prevention is a modern consideration. Explore how nations can enhance their fire safety practices, save lives, protect property, and contribute to a sustainable coexistence with wildfire-prone ecosystems.
Recent Updates Spotlight Articles: Category: Operations The Prometheus Approach Prioritizing a comprehensive approach to disaster preparedness allows us to consider the bigger picture without compromising
Learn more about The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, which serves as “a plan of action for people, planet and prosperity.” We can – and must – work together to accomplish these development goals through global partnership and collaboration.
Each year, organizations across the globe collaborate to celebrate World Oceans Day on June 8. Learn more about this observance, the immense strength of our oceans, the risks they pose, and the resources they provide to communities across the globe.
Prometheus acknowledges the need for nations to prioritize preparedness, and establishing Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) is one critical way they can do so. Learn more about why EOCs are such a critical piece of the disaster response puzzle.
Each year, Texas A&M hosts IFTP, bringing together university students from across the globe. The goal? Solve some of our planet’s most pressing problems through creativity, innovation, and exploration. Prometheus founder Sam served as a judge and mentor.
We aim to minimize barriers to entry in the disaster response and preparedness space, which is why we’ve created a list of relevant acronyms and their definitions. We strive to facilitate clear conversations by making this topic accessible to all.
In the wake of disaster, where should we focus? Learn more about the top 3 post-disaster priorities identified by the Prometheus team, our ideas for addressing them, and why they’re so crucial to consider through the disaster preparedness lens.
In 2011, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) introduced the National Preparedness Goal. Take a closer look at the 5 most critical steps of disaster response to gain a better understanding of how nations can respond to natural disasters.
One of the most common underlying threats to countries – and their citizens – is the very foundation upon which they are built. Learn about fault lines, their locations, and how at-risk countries can better prepare and protect their citizens from threats.
